Youth Ballet Instructor

YMCA Of Greater Seattle • Bothell, WA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ballet Instructor is responsible for leading safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate ballet classes for youth participants. This role focuses on teaching foundational ballet technique while fostering confidence, creativity, and a positive learning environment aligned with YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility. The instructor ensures participant safety through active supervision and creates an inclusive space where all children feel supported and encouraged.

Requirements

• At least 16 years of age or older.
• 1+ years of teaching dance or ballet classes
• Previous ballet training required (formal training preferred)
• Six months or more previous experience working with children; camps, child care, tutoring, nanny, coaching.
• Current state approved first-aid certification
• Current state approved community CPR certification
• Knowledge of culturally relevant and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Within 90 days of start date
• If applicable, "Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered."

Nice To Haves

• Prefer knowledge of, and previous experience with, diverse populations (language, culture, race, physical ability, sexual orientation, etc.).
• Ability to speak any language in addition to English may be helpful.

Responsibilities

• Instructs programs as assigned in accordance with YMCA guidelines.
• May assist in the development of programming.
• Follow YMCA policies and procedures including those related to medical and disciplinary situations, child abuse prevention and emergency procedures.
• Increase participant awareness of whole person health.
• Sets up and takes down class equipment. Reports any equipment needs to supervisor.
• Accurately maintains related records.
• Conveys basic information on YMCA programs and schedules to members and, as appropriate, refers members to other YMCA programs and/or staff.
• Attends staff meetings and approved trainings as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Membership to the YMCA of Greater Seattle
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Retirement with generous employer contributions
• Free access to mental health resources
• Rapidly accruing paid time off (PTO)
• Discounts on qualifying YMCA of Greater Seattle childcare, day camp, overnight camp and outdoor leadership programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed